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Hakone Onsen to Hokuto Hiking Route

Hiking · High Risk · 110 km · 22h 58m · 2 stops · 21 sightings · Saved May 14, 2026 · Last updated 4 hours ago
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Safety Summary

This 110 km route runs from Hakone Onsen to Hokuto, passing through Kanagawa, Yamanashi, and Shizuoka. In the past 30 days, 21 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 2 of them. The latest sighting was reported 4 days ago near Fujikawaguchiko Nagahama, Yamanashi.

At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

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Route Profile

Highlights Along Your Route (10)

10 places within 1 km of your route, passing through Kanagawa, Yamanashi, Shizuoka.

Mount Myōjō
Low Risk

Mount Myōjō

Kanagawa

76 incidents

Hakone Onsen
Low Risk

Hakone Onsen

Kanagawa

178 incidents

Hakone Open-Air Museum
Low Risk

Hakone Open-Air Museum

Kanagawa

183 incidents

Hakone Museum of Art
Low Risk

Hakone Museum of Art

Kanagawa

196 incidents

Pola Museum of Art
Low Risk

Pola Museum of Art

Kanagawa

213 incidents

Museum of The Little Prince in Hakone
Low Risk

Museum of The Little Prince in Hakone

Kanagawa

213 incidents

Gekkō-ji Temple
Moderate Risk

Gekkō-ji Temple

Yamanashi

537 incidents

Arakurayama Sengen Park
Moderate Risk

Arakurayama Sengen Park

Yamanashi

547 incidents

Mount Myōjō
Low Risk

Mount Myōjō

Kanagawa

76 incidents

Hakone Onsen
Low Risk

Hakone Onsen

Kanagawa

178 incidents

Hakone Open-Air Museum
Low Risk

Hakone Open-Air Museum

Kanagawa

183 incidents

Hakone Museum of Art
Low Risk

Hakone Museum of Art

Kanagawa

196 incidents

Pola Museum of Art
Low Risk

Pola Museum of Art

Kanagawa

213 incidents

Museum of The Little Prince in Hakone
Low Risk

Museum of The Little Prince in Hakone

Kanagawa

213 incidents

Gekkō-ji Temple
Moderate Risk

Gekkō-ji Temple

Yamanashi

537 incidents

Arakurayama Sengen Park
Moderate Risk

Arakurayama Sengen Park

Yamanashi

547 incidents

Route Timeline

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Hakone Onsen, Kanagawa
High Risk 110 km 22h 58m 21 sightings within 5 km
Fujikawaguchiko Nagahama, Yamanashi

Fujikawaguchiko Nagahama, Yamanashi

Official ·4 days ago

Fuefuki Ashigawacho-Kamiashigawa, Yamanashi

Official ·4 days ago
Yamanakako Hirano, Yamanashi

They were a parent and child

Yamanakako Hirano, Yamanashi

Official ·1 week ago
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Yamanakako Hirano, Yamanashi

Two bears, large and small, were sighted along National Route 413 in Hirano, Yamanakako Village.

Yamanakako Hirano, Yamanashi

News ·1 week ago
Nirasaki Okusamachiwakao, Yamanashi

Nirasaki Okusamachiwakao, Yamanashi

Official ·2 weeks ago
Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Official ·2 weeks ago
Fuefuki Ashigawacho-Araibara, Yamanashi

Fuefuki Ashigawacho-Araibara, Yamanashi

Official ·2 weeks ago
Fuefuki Ashigawacho-Araibara, Yamanashi

Fuefuki Ashigawacho-Araibara, Yamanashi

Official ·2 weeks ago
Fujikawaguchiko Funatsu, Yamanashi

Fujikawaguchiko Funatsu, Yamanashi

Official ·2 weeks ago
Fuefuki Ashigawacho-Araibara, Yamanashi

While taking a break in the parking area, I noticed the sound of branches snapping getting closer and closer. When I checked the direction of the sound, there was a bear along the guardrail.

Fuefuki Ashigawacho-Araibara, Yamanashi

2 weeks ago
Kōfu Atagomachi, Yamanashi

Kōfu Atagomachi, Yamanashi

Official ·3 weeks ago
Fujikawaguchiko Kawaguchi, Yamanashi

Fujikawaguchiko Kawaguchi, Yamanashi

Official ·3 weeks ago

Fuefuki, Yamanashi

Official ·3 weeks ago

Fuefuki Ashigawacho-Kamiashigawa, Yamanashi

Official ·3 weeks ago
Hokuto Sutamacho-Wakamiko, Yamanashi

Discovered footprints in the field that appear to be from a bear-like animal.

Hokuto Sutamacho-Wakamiko, Yamanashi

Official ·3 weeks ago
Hokuto Sutamacho-Wakamiko, Yamanashi

Hokuto Sutamacho-Wakamiko, Yamanashi

Official ·3 weeks ago
Hokuto Sutamacho-Wakamiko, Yamanashi

Bear-like animal tracks were found in Sutama-cho Wakagami, Hokuto City.

Hokuto Sutamacho-Wakamiko, Yamanashi

News ·3 weeks ago
Fujikawaguchiko Kodachi, Yamanashi

Fujikawaguchiko Kodachi, Yamanashi

Official ·1 month ago
Kōfu Shingyojicho, Yamanashi

Kōfu Shingyojicho, Yamanashi

Official ·1 month ago
Hokuto Sutamacho-Wakamiko-shinmachi, Yamanashi

Hokuto Sutamacho-Wakamiko-shinmachi, Yamanashi

Official ·1 month ago
Hokuto Sutamacho-Wakamiko-shinmachi, Yamanashi

Hokuto Sutamacho-Wakamiko-shinmachi, Yamanashi

Official ·1 month ago
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Hokuto, Yamanashi
Total Distance: 110 km

When Are Bears Most Active?

Peak activity at 9:00 with 3 incidents

Asian black bears on your route

Asian Black Bear

Asian Black Bear

Ursus thibetanus japonicus

Range
Honshu, Shikoku
Size
80–120 kg
Active
Dawn & dusk

Sharing space safely

  • ·Make noise as you walk; carry bear spray
  • ·If charged, stand firm and use the spray
  • ·If contact happens, resist firmly. They retreat when met with resistance
  • ·Don't climb. They climb better than you

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Emergency Contacts

110
Police
119
Fire/Ambulance

For mountain rescue, call 110 (police). They will coordinate with local rescue teams.

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Frequently Asked Questions About This Route

How many bear sightings are on this route?

In the past 30 days, 21 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 2 of them.

When and where was the most recent bear sighting near this route?

The latest sighting was reported 4 days ago near Fujikawaguchiko Nagahama, Yamanashi.

What time of day are bears most active here?

Recent sightings on this route peak around 9:00. Bears are generally most active at dawn and dusk.

Is this route safe to travel right now?

This 110 km route runs from Hakone Onsen to Hokuto, passing through Kanagawa, Yamanashi, and Shizuoka. In the past 30 days, 21 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 2 of them. The latest sighting was reported 4 days ago near Fujikawaguchiko Nagahama, Yamanashi. At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

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